Town, Montenegro
Bar
Working port town with a long pebble-and-sand coast, Adriatic ferries to Bari and an old-town ruin. Cheaper than Kotor or Budva; fewer sights, and summer heat and crowds on beaches.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,910–2,930Comfortable, one person · €1,700–2,600Details
- Value for money35/100Better value than 34% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 32°CDetails
- Air quality7.2 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2024) · Fairly cleanDetails
- Internet91 MbpsFixed broadband, Montenegro medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is generally safe, but some coastal areas have summer shortages or cloudy water after storms; locals then buy bottled.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$28–68Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundLocal busWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards in hotels, supermarkets and many restaurants; cash for small cafés, taxis, markets and private rentals.Details
Where to stay in Bar
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Šušanj | Long-stay apartments and neighbourhood restaurants away from the port |
| Topolica | Seafront promenade, beaches and cafés near the centre |
| Stari Bar (6 km) | Hilltop ruins and quiet stays with views |
Apps that work in Bar
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Glovo | Covers central Bar; limited late-night choices |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Viber, WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride app is confirmed for Bar; use licensed taxis from ranks or ask your accommodation to call one. Agree the fare first.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Montenegro.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards in hotels, supermarkets and many restaurants; cash for small cafés, taxis, markets and private rentals. Euro is the currency.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Use ATMs inside banks to avoid skimming; many charge foreign cards a fee. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: About 10% in restaurants for good service; round up for taxis and cafés.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work on contactless terminals in towns; carry cash elsewhere.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Outside Schengen: 90 days in any 180, counted separately from Schengen. Make sure your passport is stamped on entry and exit.
- Register with police or the local tourist office within 24 hours; hotels and licensed hosts do it and collect tourist tax.
Emergency numbers
Police 122 · Ambulance 124 · Fire 123 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid and summer tourist packs at operator shops and kiosks; data is cheap. Regional SIMs roam free across the Western Balkans; EU SIMs don't. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
- Montenegro Railways (ŽPCG)
- Airports of Montenegro
- Jadrolinija (Bar–Bari ferry)
- National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro
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